Let’s face it, some labels just plain refuse to be taken off the bottle. However, there is more than way to peel a label – given a little patience.
The following is a summary of tips based on our experiences. These methods do not guarantee success. Read the whole passage, including the caveats. Proceed with caution and practice on labels you can stand to lose first. That being said, the labels we remove and save for personal purposes are removed with the Bake & Peel and Hot Soak methods.
It is important, when buying your wines, to pay attention to the condition of the labels - especially if you plan to keep them. Decanting prevents drips and runs of wine down a label. Always remove labels from empty bottles.
For the serious label collector, these tools will be useful:
A good razor – see images on the right. These are most effective when used alone without any casing or grip. Be very careful as these razors are sharp. Thick dish towel or large pot holder, Towels (or similar) to pad the work area, A bottle of clear rubbing alcohol, high concentration of isopropyl or ethyl alcohol, A bottle of mineral oil (generic baby oil will do), no dyes, Paper, ideally acid-free Clear plastic (8.5" X 11" overhead transparency blanks), A tall container such as a cylindrical vase (10”-12” tall, at leas diameter), A can of aerosolized spray adhesive, ideally acid-free Large pair of tweezers (about 6 or 8 inches long), A small roller, A heavy book or other way to press labels once removed. Talcum powder (baby powder will suffice
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